After endoscopic control of a bleeding duodenal ulcer with high-risk stigmata, which acid-suppression regimen best reduces rebleeding risk over the ne...

Question

After endoscopic control of a bleeding duodenal ulcer with high-risk stigmata, which acid-suppression regimen best reduces rebleeding risk over the next 72 hours?

Accepted Answer

High-dose IV PPI bolus then continuous infusion for 72 hours

Answer

Oral PPI once daily

Answer

IV H2-receptor antagonist continuous infusion

Answer

Stop acid suppression after hemostasis

Answer

Sucralfate suspension every 6 hours

us-abem MCQ (SBA): Peptic Ulcer Bleeding

After endoscopic control of a bleeding duodenal ulcer with high-risk stigmata, which acid-suppression regimen best reduces rebleeding risk over the next 72 hours?